The UNAA has provided clarifications regarding the free exchange of driver's licenses. Recall that the day before, the head of the president's office, Kanaybek Tumanbaev, made a statement on this issue.
- As part of its activities, the CIS Electric Power Council has been working on the development of a strategy for the fuel and energy complex for the participating countries for the period up to 2050. This was stated by the Secretary General of the CIS, Sergey Lebedev. According to Lebedev, the CIS countries view ensuring energy security as one of the key aspects of their state policy and an important area of cooperation.
The ceremony of handing over the keys to new mortgage apartments took place in Bishkek, where the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, participated in the solemn event related to the construction of the residential complex "Muras". At the event, the Head of State congratulated citizens on receiving new housing and expressed hope that the coming year would bring prosperity and stable development to the country. He also emphasized the importance of implementing the set tasks to
At the General Assembly of the National Olympic Committee of Kyrgyzstan, a decision was made to include the Handball Federation in its composition. Umbetal Kydyraliev, the president of the NOC, presented a report on the performances of the national teams at international tournaments scheduled for 2025.
In the first half of the new year, a meeting was held in Batken, attended by the plenipotentiary representative of the president, Aibek Shamenov, and local administration leaders. The information was provided by the press service of the representation. Shamenov emphasized that after resolving issues related to borders and security, the region faces an important task — comprehensive socio-economic development. He urged all meeting participants to act in accordance with the law and to
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a decree regarding urgent measures aimed at improving the organization of vehicle technical inspections. The main goal of the document is to enhance road safety, improve the quality of services offered, and maintain price stability in this area. According to the new decree, from January 1 to December 31, 2026, temporary legal regulations will be in effect, which include the centralization of state control over the technical
As of today, there are no clear deadlines established in Kyrgyzstan for the paid replacement of indefinite driver's licenses. This was reported by 24. kg citing the State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Drivers, which operates under the Presidential Administration. It is important to note that from January 15 to February 15 of this year, citizens can exchange their old licenses for new samples free of charge.
Today, the weather in Kyrgyzstan will be mostly dry, although light snow is possible in some parts of the Issyk-Kul region, according to meteorological forecasts. Meteorologists report an increase in the southeast wind to 5–10 m/s.
Junior Sergeant Syimyk Zhanibek uulu, representing the Army Sports Club of the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, won a gold medal at the international tournament in traditional martial arts AMMA, which took place in the Chinese city of Luzhou. According to the Ministry of Defense, the athlete competed in the category up to 77 kg, where the competition was quite high.
At a meeting of the parliamentary committee on agrarian policy, water resources, ecology, and environmental protection, Deputy Minister of Health Ryspek Sydygaliev announced the arrival of 250,000 doses of hepatitis vaccines in Kyrgyzstan. He emphasized that vaccination involves three doses of the vaccine, which can be received completely free of charge at family medicine centers. Additionally, citizens can also undergo hepatitis testing for free.
Sandu has repeatedly accused Moscow of interfering in Moldova's affairs. "In the current global situation, it is becoming increasingly difficult for a small country like Moldova to maintain democracy and sovereignty, especially in the face of Russia," she added in the podcast. Despite the support for the idea of unification from the president, the majority of Moldova's population is against this step. According to Reuters, out of the country's 2.4 million residents,
- In a comment, the Deputy Director of the Department of Technical Regulation and Accreditation of the EEC, Maxim Kim, shared information about the technical regulation system in the EAEU. To date, 52 technical regulations have been developed and approved within the framework of the EAEU, and nearly 9,000 modern interstate and national standards have been included in the EAEU database.
On Monday, following the start of protests, the wave of condemnation from Western countries increased. The organization Iran Human Rights (IHR), based in Norway, reported that at least 648 demonstrators had been killed as a result of security forces' actions during the suppression of the protests, and the actual number of casualties could be significantly higher. Western Condemnation
- The resolution adopted on December 24, 2025, under number 827, approves the Agreement on Cooperation among CIS countries in the field of heavy machine engineering, which was signed on June 5, 2025, in Dushanbe. The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic is designated as responsible for the implementation of this agreement. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is tasked with notifying the Executive Committee of the CIS about the completion of all necessary domestic procedures for
On January 3, the new 2026 Dakar Rally-raid World Championship kicked off in Saudi Arabia. The race began in Yanbu and will last until January 17.
According to Medvedev, the capture of Greenland would benefit all parties and help solve a number of problems. In particular, he noted that the disappearance of "the wasp nests of the drug mafia" in Nuuk and the appointment of U.S. President Donald Trump as acting president of Greenland would be an additional plus. Furthermore, this could lead to legal proceedings against European leaders who contribute to conflicts in other countries. “Trump should hurry. According to unconfirmed
The National Bank has presented the updated official exchange rates for January 13, 2026. According to the provided data, 1 US dollar (USD) can be exchanged for 87.4500 soms, while 1 euro (EUR) costs 102.2072 soms. The Russian ruble (RUB) is valued at 1.0885 soms, the Kazakh tenge (KZT) at 0.1716 soms, and the Chinese yuan (CNY) at 12.5410 soms. In commercial banks, the average buying rate for the dollar is 87.34 soms, while the selling rate is 87.81 soms. As for the Russian ruble, it is
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has approved a new list of categories of workers for whom a reduced working time has been established. This resolution, number 859, was signed on December 31, 2025. This document was adopted in accordance with Articles 51 and 194 of the Labor Code of Kyrgyzstan, as well as Articles 13 and 17 of the Law "On the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic".
In accordance with the general development plan of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, the creation of a new tram line is planned, which will run along Aaly Tokombaev Avenue. The route is set to begin from the 12th microdistrict, with its further direction towards the city center, exiting onto Kyiv Street and heading to the Osh market. Photo 24.kg According to the city administration, the order of implementation for the tram infrastructure construction project, as well as specific routes, will be
In the last 24 hours, foreign news agencies have reported on key events in Ukraine and beyond, amid ongoing military actions. Here are the main points. Ukrainian military near Konstantinovka, Donetsk region. Photo by Reuters. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky presented draft laws to the Verkhovna Rada that provide for the extension of martial law and general mobilization. The current martial law regime expires on February 3, and the new initiatives propose an extension for three months,
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia summoned Sergey Kopyrkin, the Russian ambassador, to hand him a note of protest. This decision was a response to the statements made by television host Vladimir Solovyov, who spoke about the necessity for Russia to conduct military operations in the near abroad to ensure national security. The spokesperson for the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ani Badalyan, reported on this event. In the note of protest, there is a deep outrage regarding
On the morning of January 13, the exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Mos Sovet exchange offices are presented as follows: US Dollar 87.50 87.85 Euro 101.7-102.3 102.5-103.1 Ruble 1.10 1.11 Tenge 0.16-0.17 0.17 The dollar rate has changed: the buying rate is 87.5 soms, and the selling rate is 87.85 soms.
During the meeting, key issues related to the peaceful use of nuclear energy, nuclear safety, as well as technical cooperation and capacity building in this area were discussed. Participants emphasized the need for international cooperation based on scientific approaches and responsible practices. Omuraliyev noted that interaction with international specialized organizations is fundamental for achieving sustainable development.
Photo from the internet. The dollar has fully regained its positions and reached the exchange rate that was maintained for almost the entire year of 2025 As of January 13 of this year, official currency rates show interesting changes. While the US dollar and Chinese yuan have become more expensive, the euro, Russian ruble, and Kazakh tenge, on the contrary, have become cheaper. This data is provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, as well as exchange points in Bishkek. US Dollar Rate: The